Delivery Lead

Accenture

Accenture Technology : Through unmatched industry experience, the leading technologies from our ecosystem partners and startups, and the largest delivery network in the world, we provide a powerful range of capabilities that can be tailored to our client's most complex business needs. With over 100 innovation hubs deployed around the world, we help clients continuously innovate at speed and at scale so they can outpace their peers. You will bring innovation, intelligence, and industry experience Accenture Technology : Through unmatched industry experience, the leading technologies from our ecosystem partners and startups, and the largest delivery network in the world, we provide a powerful range of capabilities that can be tailored to our client's most complex business needs. With over 100 innovation hubs deployed around the world, we help clients continuously innovate at speed and at scale so they can outpace their peers. You will bring innovation, intelligence, and industry experience together with the newest technologies to help clients innovate on a scale and transform their businesses. Visit us at www.accenture.com Job Summary : We are seeking a Delivery Lead to join our Service Delivery team and play a key role in a strategic Data & AI transformation project for our client, a leading telecommunications provider. This is a high-impact role where you will lead the delivery of complex, cross-functional projects that enhance digital transformation and data-driven innovation Key Responsibilities : Manage end-to-end delivery of large-scale, complex Data & AI transformation projects using appropriate project and delivery frameworks. Collaborate with project sponsors and stakeholders to define scope, manage risks, and ensure successful project execution. Ensure high levels of service quality, delivery efficiency, and cost management. Lead cross-functional teams, providing strategic direction, decision-making, and problem-solving across multiple workstreams. Act as a subject matter expert in Account Delivery Management, advising both internal teams and clients. Drive delivery excellence and proactively support sales and business development through innovative and scalable solutions. Establish and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure alignment and timely delivery of project outcomes. Monitor, measure, and communicate project progress and KPIs to leadership and executive sponsors. Implement best practices in project and work management to continuously improve performance and delivery standards. Leverage advanced AI architectural knowledge to guide project design and implementation strategies. Facilitate training, knowledge-sharing, and mentoring sessions to build internal capabilities and maintain high delivery standards. Conduct retrospectives and performance analysis to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Required Skills & Qualifications : Minimum of 12 years of experience managing large-scale technology or transformation projects (preferably in telecom or digital domains). Expert proficiency in: Account Delivery Management Work Management Advanced proficiency in: AI Architecture and Data/AI project delivery Strong experience working with cross-functional and distributed teams. Proven ability to influence, advise, and drive alignment across multiple stakeholders and leadership levels. Strong analytical and communication skills with a results-driven approach. Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and other modern delivery methodologies. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field. PMP or equivalent certification is a plus. Preferred Qualifications : Previous experience working with telecommunication clients, especially in digital or AI transformation initiatives. Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) in the context of AI and data services. Knowledge of modern.